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Amigos, additional information about your test on Monday/Tuesday. When I say "additional" this is actually EVERYTHING you need to know. Please forgive the lengthiness, but I wanted to offer you a complete guide for the test.

Review:

You must know your Direct Object Pronouns by memory:

Me NosTeLo LosLa Las

You must know your Indirect Object Pronouns by memory:

Me NosTeLe Les

You should know the roles that the Direct Objects/Direct Object Pronouns play in the sentence and how to place them in the sentence. Remember:

The direct object of the sentence DIRECTLY receives the action of the sentence. Here's an example in English:The dog eats THE FOOD.

THE FOOD is what is being eaten. It is the direct object of the sentence. Here's the same example in Spanish:El perro come ​LA COMIDA.

In Spanish, LA COMIDA is the direct object.

In English, we would replace THE FOOD with "it".The dog eats the food. --> The dog eats it.

In Spanish, we would replace LA COMIDA with la. However, in Spanish, we have to place the direct object in front of the conjugated verb.El perro come la comida --> El perro la come.

However, if the sentence includes an unconjugated verb, we can attach the direct object pronoun to the end of the unconjugated verb.El perro va a comer la comida. (The dog is going to eat the food.) --> El perro va a comerla.

Of course, it can still be placed in front of the conjugated verb as well.El perro va a comer la comida. --> El perro la va a comer.

Also, if the verb includes a present participle (a verb ending in ando or iendo), the direct object pronoun can be attached to the end of the present participle. However, when attaching the direct object pronoun, we must also accent the "ando" or "iendo".El perro está comiendo la comida. --> El perro está comiéndola.

Again, the direct object pronoun can also be placed in front of the conjugated verb, as is always the case.El perro está comiendo la comida --> El perro la está comiendo.

You should know the roles that the Indirect Objects/Indirect Object Pronouns play in the sentence and how to place them in the sentence. Remember:Whereas the direct object directly receives the action of the sentence, the indirect object RECEIVES THE DIRECT OBJECT.

The man gives the money to THE WOMAN.In this sentence, the money is the direct object as it is what receives the action of the sentence/is what is being given. However, THE WOMAN receives the money and is, therefore, the INDIRECT OBJECT of the sentence. Here's the same example in Spanish:

El hombre da el dinero a LA MUJER.

In English, we would replace THE WOMAN with "her".The man gives her the money.

In Spanish, we would replace LA MUJER with "le". As with the direct object pronouns, the pronoun goes in front of conjugated verb, can be attached to the end of an unconjugated verb (when available), and can be attached to the end of a present participle (again accenting the "ando" or "iendo" when attached). Here are examples of the sentence rewritten in these various situations. Notice that they look similar to how we used the direct object pronouns. However, in Spanish we can include both the indirect object pronoun and the indirect object pronoun itself (as noted in parenthesis below).

​You should know how to place double object pronouns within a sentence. Remember:When we are using both a direct object pronoun and an indirect object pronoun in the same sentence, the indirect object is always placed first in front of the verb.

My mom gives the suitcase to me. --> Mi madre da la maleta a mí. D.O. I.O.The direct object "la maleta" would become "la" and the indirect object "mí" would become "me". (The "a" before "mí" is no longer necessary.)

Here is how we would rewrite the sentence using both the direct object pronoun and the indirect object pronoun.

The double object pronouns (as we call them when used together) always fall in this order whether attached or in front of the conjugated verb.

However, whereas a single object pronoun can be attached to the end of an unconjugated verb simply, when a double object pronoun is attached to the end of an unconjugated verb, the end of the infinite verb must be accented. Example:

Mi madre va a dármela.

Double object pronouns attach to the end of the present participle similarly to single object pronouns.Mi madre está dándomela.

Other than these situations, the double object pronouns function as single object pronouns (again - with the indirect object always coming first). Check out these examples:

Finally, remember that alliteration is not accepted when using double object pronouns.Anytime the indirect objects "le" or "les" are followed by direct objects "lo", "la", "los", "las", "le" or "les" become "se".

Example:El hombre da el dinero a la mujer. --> El hombre se lo da.

The indirect object "la mujer" would be replaced with the indirect object pronoun "le" while the direct object "el dinero" would be replaced with the direct object pronoun "lo". -- > "El hombre le lo da." However, because of the alliteration of "le lo", "le" becomes "se", ultimately and correctly rendering the sentence --> "El hombre se lo da."

VOCABULARY SECTIONS TO KNOW:The vocabulary on the test comes from the sections in your notes entitled:-Planning-Items-Before Departure-After Arrival

TEST PREP PRACTICE QUESTIONS:

These are the exact directions from the test followed by questions similar to those that you will see on the test. After working the practice questions, scroll to the bottom of this post and compare your answers.:

Rewrite each sentence, replacing the DIRECT OBJECT with a DIRECT OBJECT PRONOUN. If the sentence can be rewritten in more than one way (pronoun in front of conjugated verb and attached), rewrite it both ways. These sentences are denoted with an asterisk*.1. Mi madre compra los boletos.2. La chica va a traer las maletas.*3. Yo tengo el boleto.4. Ella da la tarjeta de embarque a mí.

Rewrite each sentence, replacing the INDIRECT OBJECT with an INDIRECT OBJECT PRONOUN. If the sentence can be rewritten in more than one way (pronoun in front of conjugated verb and attached), rewrite it both ways. These sentences are denoted with an asterisk*.5. Ella da la tarjeta de embarque a mí.6. Él trae el traje de baño a su hermano.7. Nosotros damos las maletas al auxiliar de vuelo.8. Mi padre va a pagar el dinero al agente de viajes.*

Rewrite each sentence, replacing the direct object AND the indirect object with an their respective pronouns. If the sentence can be rewritten in more than one way (pronouns in front of conjugated verb and attached), rewrite it in both ways. These sentences are denoted with an asterisk*.9. Nosotros vamos a dar los boletos a la auxiliar de vuelos.10. Los pasajeros están dando las maletas al auxiliar de vuelos.11. La auxiliar de vuelo da las tarjetas de embarque a los pasajeros.12. Mi padre paga el dinero al agente de viajes.

​RESPOND to each question using DIRECT object pronouns, INDIRECT object pronouns, or BOTH whenever possible. Respond using ALL information from the original question.13. ¿Necesita el pasajero la identificación cuando pasa por la aduana?14. ¿Necesitan los pasajeros las tarjetas de embarque cuando abordan el avión?15. ¿Dan los pasajeros las maletas al auxiliar de vuelo?Note: the subject and verb are in reverse order when placed in question form vs. when placed in a statement as in English (Anna is here. vs. Is Anna here?). When answering questions, you must reverse the order of the verb and subject.

We finished up last semester with direct object pronouns. We're beginning this semester with indirect object pronouns! In order to properly use and understand indirect object pronouns, we must be able to use direct object pronouns within the context of real life communication. If you are still a little iffy on direct object pronouns, work with the following sample questions for further understanding! Scroll to the bottom afterwards to check against the correct answers!

However, when there is an unconjugated verb, the pronoun can be placed before the conjugated verb...Yo voy a comer las hamburguesas. --> Yo las voy a comer.Or it can be attached to the unconjugated verb.Yo voy a comer las hamburguesas. --> Yo voy a comerlas.

Sample Questions (those on the test will be lengthier, but include the same concepts):

On Friday, we will have a test on Reflexive Verbs and related vocabulary. The test will NOT include the body parts vocabulary, which will be covered on a quiz shortly after the test. The test will cover vocabulary related to daily routines. The relative vocabulary lists will be included in the images at the bottom of this post. Before I get to sample test questions, let me outline the rules about using reflexive verbs:

or attach it to the end of the present participle, in this case adding an accent mark to "ando" --> ándo or "iendo" --> iéndo.estoy poniéndome estamos poniéndonosestás poniéndoteestá poniéndose están poniéndose

Two important times NOT to conjugate the verb:1) when the verb follows DIRECTLY after a conjugated verb in the same thought.Example: Yo necesito ducharme.Notice that the reflexive pronoun is still adjusted to match the subject, but "duchar" is still in the infinitive form.Ella quiere bañarse.Nos gusta afeitarnos con crema.

Part IIFill in the blanks with the correct present progressive form of each reflexive verb, placing the reflexive pronoun IN FRONT.Example:Él ______________ la ropa. (ponerse)Answer:Él se está poniendo la ropa.

Part IVTranslate sentences based on related vocabulary to Spanish.Practice.11. I turn on the light.12. She is in a hurry.13. He gets up late because he is tired.14. I like to bathe in the morning.15. You (fam) dry yourself with a towel.16. They are washing their hands with soap.17. You (form) dry your hair with the hair dryer.18. She brushes her teeth with tooth paste.19. We wash our hair with shampoo.20. I am putting on deodorant.

Practice (The answers can be found at the bottom of this post. The idea is to work through the examples, check your answers, and see how well-prepared you are.)

1. We love the red and blue striped vest, because it is in fashion.2. The dress fits her loosely.3. Which size of shirt fits you perfectly?4. Do the shoes interest you?5. He doesn't care to be in fashion.

Part II.Translate the vocabulary terms to Spanish.This is exactly what it sounds like.

Part III.Responde en español.The teacher will ask the students questions related to stores in the mall. The questions will all be formatted in such a manner: "¿Qué compras en....?

Example¿Qué compras en la florería?Las flores

Part IV.The students will conjugate stem-changing verbs. They should be familiar with the types of stem-changing verbs above. The teacher will use common verbs. The students will conjugate and list the meaning of each form.

1. Study and know the vocabulary from the handout that I gave you. If you have misplaced this handout, please talk to a friend and see if you can get them to text you a picture of the vocabulary, etc. Make sure that you know it from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. This is the best way to ensure that you have actually learned the vocabulary.

2. Know the verb "ser". Know it forwards and backwards. Know how to conjugate and what all forms mean. The following would receive full credit:

Ser - to beYo soy - I am Nosotros somos - We are (m)Tú eres - You are (familiar) Nosotras somos - We are (f)Él es - He is Ellos son - They are (m)Ella es - She is Ellas son - They are (f)Usted es - You are (formal) Ustedes son - You all are

3. You will be asked to create two sentences on the test. For each sentence you will need to use a form of "ser", depending on who the subject given to you is, and two adjectives that match the subject in gender and number. Examples: 1) Yo: Yo soy muy bajo y gordo.

Spanish II HonorsWe are currently spending time reviewing previously learned skills and vocabulary sets. In our Spanish II Honors classes we have students coming together from various skills levels. Some are coming from the middle school, some are moving up from Spanish I Honors, and others are making the leap from Spanish I Standard. It is an important time for getting everyone on the same page. We are also working to continually refine our speaking skills. Students are regularly asked to speak in Spanish during class. Please be sure that your student has taken the time to place their order for their AMSCO Spanish First Year Workbook!